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Oct 17, 2025

What to Do if a Business Denies Your Slip and Fall Claim

Receiving a denial letter after filing a slip and fall claim can be overwhelming. You may already be dealing with physical pain, medical bills, and lost income — and then find out that the business or its insurance company refuses to pay for your injuries. Unfortunately, this is a common situation for many victims in Florida.

What to Do if a Business Denies Your Slip and Fall Claim

Oct 15, 2025

Can an Immigrant Apply for an R-1 Visa in the U.S.?

The R-1 visa is designed for religious workers who want to work for a U.S. nonprofit religious organization as a minister or in another religious occupation.

Can an Immigrant Apply for an R-1 Visa in the U.S.?

Oct 10, 2025

How Dash Cams Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case

Dash cams are becoming more common on the road today — from truck drivers to everyday motorists who want to protect themselves in case of an accident. These small devices can make a big difference in how a personal injury case unfolds. But how exactly can dash cam footage help (or hurt) your claim after a car accident?

How Dash Cams Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case

Oct 8, 2025

Can Ukrainians Apply for Asylum in the U.S.?

To qualify for asylum in the United States, an applicant must show they have been persecuted—or fear future persecution—based on one of five protected grounds.

Can Ukrainians Apply for Asylum in the U.S.?

Oct 6, 2025

How to Recognize That You Now Need Estate Planning Help

Most people think estate planning is something to deal with “later”—after retirement or when they’ve built significant wealth. But the truth is, many everyday life changes can signal that it’s time to start (or update) your estate plan.

How to Recognize That You Now Need Estate Planning Help

Oct 3, 2025

What Is the Personal Injury Lawsuit Process in Florida?

If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Florida, the legal process for recovering compensation can feel overwhelming. From getting the right medical care to negotiating with insurance companies and, if necessary, going to court, each step is important. Understanding how the process works can help you protect your rights and increase your chances of receiving fair compensation.

What Is the Personal Injury Lawsuit Process in Florida?

Oct 1, 2025

Breaking Down Trump’s New $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas

On September 21, 2025, the Trump administration launched a dramatic overhaul of the H-1B visa program: a new one-time $100,000 fee for each new H-1B petition.

Breaking Down Trump’s New $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visas

Sep 29, 2025

What Giorgio Armani’s Will Can Teach Us About Estate Planning in Florida

The fashion world was taken by surprise earlier this month when the will of iconic designer Giorgio Armani—who passed away at 91—was made public. Armani, known for fiercely guarding his company’s independence, laid out a meticulous plan for the future of his empire.

What Giorgio Armani’s Will Can Teach Us About Estate Planning in Florida

Sep 26, 2025

What To Do If You’re Injured in a Commercial Truck Accident in Florida

If you’ve been involved in a truck accident in Florida, knowing what to do immediately after the crash can make a huge difference in protecting your health, your rights, and your ability to recover compensation. Here are the essential steps to take.

What To Do If You’re Injured in a Commercial Truck Accident in Florida

Sep 24, 2025

USCIS Announces Tougher Citizenship Test Starting October 18, 2025

The path to U.S. citizenship is about to change. Starting October 18, 2025, USCIS will implement a new version of the naturalization civics test. Applicants considering citizenship should understand these updates and act quickly if they want to take the current, simpler test.

USCIS Announces Tougher Citizenship Test Starting October 18, 2025

Sep 22, 2025

Florida Estate Planning Checklist for College-Bound Kids

If your child is heading off to college, now is the perfect time to put these protections in place. A little preparation goes a long way in keeping your family safe and supported during this exciting new chapter.

Florida Estate Planning Checklist for College-Bound Kids

Sep 19, 2025

How Probate Affects the Distribution of Personal Injury Settlements in Florida

A personal injury settlement doesn’t bypass probate—it flows into the estate like any other asset. Before heirs receive anything, Florida law requires payment of probate expenses, creditor claims, and Medicaid liens.

How Probate Affects the Distribution of Personal Injury Settlements in Florida

Sep 17, 2025

USCIS New “Special Agents” with Arrest Powers: How It Could Affect You

On September 5, USCIS made an announcement that could change the way many people interact with the agency. For the first time since it was created in 2003, USCIS will create a new class of “special agents.”

USCIS New “Special Agents” with Arrest Powers: How It Could Affect You

Sep 15, 2025

Top 10 Reasons People Estate Plan in Florida

Here are the top 10 reasons Floridians create estate plans, along with real-world examples.

Top 10 Reasons People Estate Plan in Florida

Sep 12, 2025

Florida Wrongful Death and Injury Claims: The Role of Probate

When a loved one passes away due to an accident or someone else’s negligence, their family may have the right to pursue a wrongful death or personal injury claim.

Florida Wrongful Death and Injury Claims: The Role of Probate

Sep 8, 2025

Common Types of Real Estate Ownership in Florida

Before signing on the dotted line, it’s important to understand the different ways you can hold real estate in the state. How a property is titled affects control, inheritance, taxes, and what happens if one owner passes away.

Common Types of Real Estate Ownership in Florida

Sep 5, 2025

Personal Injury Settlements and Medicaid Recovery in Florida Probate

In Florida, Medicaid may have a legal right to be repaid from those settlement proceeds through the probate process.

Personal Injury Settlements and Medicaid Recovery in Florida Probate

Sep 3, 2025

USCIS Now Accepts Bank Account Payments for Filing Fees

USCIS has introduced a new way to pay filing fees that makes the process faster and safer. Starting now, you can pay directly from your U.S. bank account by completing Form G-1650 (Authorization for ACH Transactions) and sending it with your application.

USCIS Now Accepts Bank Account Payments for Filing Fees

Aug 29, 2025

Common Probate Challenges in Florida Personal Injury Cases

When someone passes away due to an accident, their loved ones may pursue a personal injury or wrongful death claim. In Florida, these claims often require opening a probate case to appoint a personal representative (PR) who can act on behalf of the estate. While this step is necessary, the probate process can bring unique challenges that may affect the case and its timeline.

Common Probate Challenges in Florida Personal Injury Cases

Aug 27, 2025

What’s the Difference Between Asylum and Refugee Status?

Immigration law often uses the terms asylum and refugee status interchangeably, but they are not the same. Both provide protection to people who fear returning to their home country because of persecution. However, the main difference lies in where the person is located when they apply.

What’s the Difference Between Asylum and Refugee Status?

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